E. P. Foster Elementary vs Sheridan Way Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
E. P. Foster Elementary
Ventura · Public elementary · Grades K–5
299 students
Sheridan Way Elementary
Ventura · Public elementary · Grades K–5
325 students
| Measure | E. P. Foster Elementary Ventura, California | Sheridan Way Elementary Ventura, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 12 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4162 of 5,693 | #5333 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #43717 of 50,301 | #48942 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 299 | 325 |
| Enrollment | 299 | 325 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 90.3% | 94.2% |
| Students per teacher | 27.2 | 25.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 40% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 17% |
| city | Ventura | Ventura |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •E. P. Foster Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (21.8 vs 11.8).
- •E. P. Foster Elementary does better on math proficiency (32% vs 17%).
- •E. P. Foster Elementary does better on reading proficiency (40% vs 32%).
- •E. P. Foster Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (90.3% vs 94.2%).
- •Sheridan Way Elementary does better on students per teacher (25.0 vs 27.2).
- •Sheridan Way Elementary is the larger school with 325 students compared with 299.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is E. P. Foster Elementary better than Sheridan Way Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), E. P. Foster Elementary ranks higher (21.8 vs 11.8 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are E. P. Foster Elementary and Sheridan Way Elementary?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Ventura and Ventura in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
E. P. Foster Elementary: 299. Sheridan Way Elementary: 325. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do E. P. Foster Elementary and Sheridan Way Elementary rank in California?
E. P. Foster Elementary is 4162nd of 5,693 and Sheridan Way Elementary is 5333rd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).